Warm-Up – 10/11 – 10 minutes Utilizing your notes and past knowledge answer the following questions: Describe why the Italians invaded Egypt. Why did Germany invade Russia? This Russia female ace was credited with downing 12 German aircraft. Although still strong, German was bound to lose because it was spread too thin on these three fronts? What countries joined the war at the end of 1941?

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Warm-Up – 10/11 – 10 minutes Utilizing your notes and past knowledge answer the following questions: Describe why the Italians invaded Egypt. Why did Germany invade Russia? This Russia female ace was credited with downing 12 German aircraft. Although still strong, German was bound to lose because it was spread too thin on these three fronts? What countries joined the war at the end of 1941?

War on Two Fronts The immediate goals of the Italians were to capture oil-rich Middle East and the Suez Canal. They also invaded Greece to secure invasion of Egypt.

Warm-Up – 10/11 – 10 minutes Utilizing your notes and past knowledge answer the following questions: Describe why the Italians invaded Egypt. Why did Germany invade Russia? This Russia female ace was credited with downing 12 German aircraft. Although still strong, German was bound to lose because it was spread too thin on these three fronts? What countries joined the war at the end of 1941?

The Russian Front Hitler decides to invade Russia June 22, 1941. Germany was convinced Russia would fall quickly.

Warm-Up – 10/11 – 10 minutes Utilizing your notes and past knowledge answer the following questions: Describe why the Italians invaded Egypt. Why did Germany invade Russia? This Russia female ace was credited with downing 12 German aircraft. Although still strong, German was bound to lose because it was spread too thin on these three fronts? What countries joined the war at the end of 1941?

The Russian Front Lilya Litvyak “White Rose of Stalingrad” was top woman ace who took down 12 German planes. At age 22, she was shot down & received Soviet Union’s highest award for aviators.

Warm-Up – 10/11 – 10 minutes Utilizing your notes and past knowledge answer the following questions: Describe why the Italians invaded Egypt. Why did Germany invade Russia? This Russia female ace was credited with downing 12 German aircraft. Although still strong, German was bound to lose because it was spread too thin on these three fronts? What countries joined the war at the end of 1941?

Multiple Fronts Spread Them Thin Germany was still powerful but was bound to lose when it was committed on three fronts: British Russian African

Warm-Up – 10/11 – 10 minutes Utilizing your notes and past knowledge answer the following questions: Describe why the Italians invaded Egypt. Why did Germany invade Russia? This Russia female ace was credited with downing 12 German aircraft. Although still strong, German was bound to lose because it was spread too thin on these three fronts? What countries joined the war at the end of 1941?

Multiple Fronts Spread Them Thin As 1941 came to a close, two new nations joined the fight Axis Japan Allies United States

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THIS DAY IN AVIATION October 11 1910 — President Teddy Roosevelt becomes the first United States President to fly when he is taken up in St. Louis.

THIS DAY IN AVIATION October 11 1921 — Lieutenant Howard K. Ramey, USAS, in a DH-4B makes a record flight from Washington, D.C., New York City, a distance of 220 miles, in 79 minutes.

THIS DAY IN AVIATION October 11 to 15 October 1928 (Germany/USA) — The German Zeppelin, Graf Zeppelin, with a crew of 40 and 20 passengers makes voyage from Friedrichshafen, Germany , to Lakehurst , New Jersey , detouring via the Mediterranean and Bermuda to avoid storms , 111½ hours cruising time.

THIS DAY IN AVIATION October 11 1958 — The USAF launched “Pioneer I” lunar probe attaining a height of approximately 80,000 miles.

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October 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY   1 2 Chapter 3 Intro Atlantic Crossing 3 Barnstormers 4 Billy MItchell 5 Air Mail 6 Quiz Review Quiz Flightline Friday 7 8 9 Aviation Pioneers R-4 Helocopter 10 Chapter 3 Commercial Aviation 11 Chapter 3 Seaplanes 12 Tuskegee Airman 13 RED TAILS 14 15 16 Chapter 4 Air Power Goes to War 17 Blitzkreig 18 Battle of Britain 1st Quarter Grades Due 19 Russian Front 20 Report Cards Sent Home 21 22 23 US Enters War Pearl Harbor 24 European Campaign North Africa 25 Theories of Air Power 26 D-Day 27 Mighty 8th Museum 28

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Chapter 4 – Air Power Goes to War 1939 - 1945

Today’s Mission Requirements Describe in writing the reasons for the Allies overall strategy to the conduct of the war. Describe in writing why the Japanese plan for the attack on Pearl Harbor attacked American air power first. Describe in writing the only bright spot for America in the bombing of Pearl Harbor. EQ: What were some of the aviation developments during the 5 year period of WWII that influenced the Aviation Industry for years to come?

Video of the Day Pearl Harbor

The United States Enters the War Britain, Russia and the US agreed that defeating Germany was the number one priority for the allies.

The Strategy Japan would just be contained until Germany was defeated.

The Strategy Reasons to contain Japan until Germany defeated: Germany more of an immediate threat Industrial ability more feared In war over 2 years and needed relief Allies wouldn’t be able to put max effort in both Europe and Pacific

Japanese Territorial Strategy Japan needed to expand her territory to gain raw materials to become an industrial nation.

Japanese Territorial Strategy After Japan moved into Manchuria and China in 1939, the US and Britain embargoed all trade with Japan.

Japanese Territorial Strategy Rather than give up on expansion, Japan chose to fight.

Japanese Territorial Strategy Japanese strategy: Capture East Indies Philippines New Guinea Marshall, Caroline & Mariana islands Use as defense perimeter, fortify and build air bases

Japanese Territorial Strategy Two weaknesses with strategy: Japan needed to import large quantities of raw materials – needed safe passage of shipping Naval fleet would be spread over 6 million sq mi – needed to destroy US Pacific fleet

Pearl Harbor December 7, 1941 Japan attacked Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The primary purpose was to cripple the American Fleet at Pearl Harbor.

Pearl Harbor Japan’s needed to gain air superiority to attack Fleet with little or no interference. Plan was to eliminate force by surprise attacks while aircraft was on the ground.

Pearl Harbor The attack was a complete surprise and the losses were staggering. Japanese destroyed: 96 Army / 96 Navy and damaged 159 aircraft Only 6 Army fighters and 36 Navy aircraft got in the air

Pearl Harbor The US suffered heavy losses in ships, airplanes, and personnel. Navy: 8 battleships lost or damaged 3 cruisers, 3 destroyers Personnel: Navy & Marine Corps 2,117 killed 960 missing and 876 wounded Army / Army Air Force 226 killed 396 wounded Japan lost 28 planes & 64 men

Pearl Harbor Only bright spot Japan failed to destroy US aircraft carriers The carriers were out on maneuvers not present at time of the attack.

Pearl Harbor Dec 8, 1941 US declared war on Japan Dec 11, 1941 US declared war on Germany & Italy England and the other Allies also declared war on Japan Now all the major powers were engaged in total world war

Japanese Internment

Japanese Internment - 1942

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Today’s Mission Requirements Describe in writing the reasons for the Allies overall strategy to the conduct of the war. Describe in writing why the Japanese plan for the attack on Pearl Harbor attacked American air power first. Describe in writing the only bright spot for America in the bombing of Pearl Harbor. EQ: What were some of the aviation developments during the 5 year period of WWII that influenced the Aviation Industry for years to come?

The Strategy Reasons to contain Japan until Germany defeated: Germany more of an immediate threat Industrial ability more feared In war over 2 years and needed relief Allies wouldn’t be able to put max effort in both Europe and Pacific

Today’s Mission Requirements Describe in writing the reasons for the Allies overall strategy to the conduct of the war. Describe in writing why the Japanese plan for the attack on Pearl Harbor attacked American air power first. Describe in writing the only bright spot for America in the bombing of Pearl Harbor. EQ: What were some of the aviation developments during the 5 year period of WWII that influenced the Aviation Industry for years to come?

Pearl Harbor Japan’s needed to gain air superiority to attack Fleet with little or no interference. Plan was to eliminate force by surprise attacks while aircraft was on the ground.

Today’s Mission Requirements Describe in writing the reasons for the Allies overall strategy to the conduct of the war. Describe in writing why the Japanese plan for the attack on Pearl Harbor attacked American air power first. Describe in writing the only bright spot for America in the bombing of Pearl Harbor. EQ: What were some of the aviation developments during the 5 year period of WWII that influenced the Aviation Industry for years to come?

Pearl Harbor Only bright spot Japan failed to destroy US aircraft carriers The carriers were out on maneuvers not present at time of the attack.

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Lesson Closure - 3 – 2 - 1 2. List 2 things you have questions about today’s lesson. 3. List 3 things you learned today. 1. Create (1) quiz question with answer about today’s lesson.

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Model Building Grading Rubic Each Group MUST follow all directions STOP! - If you are unsure SAFETY at ALL Times Accuracy and Authenticity will be judged Each Group Member is responsible to produce a 2 page paper on the model. Aircraft contribution to Aviation development Significant Aviation Pioneers associated with aircraft (pilots, inventors etc.) Significant Aviation Event (i.e. first transatlantic flight, first use of wing surfaces etc.) The Group will provide a Presentation on the model. 5to 7 slides (Title slide; Body; Summary Slide)

SAFETY FIRST. SAFETY ALWAYS.

MSDS Sheets Product Identity (Name) Hazardous Ingredients Fire Explosion Hazard Data Spill or Leak Procedures Health Hazard Data Emergency First Aid Procedures Reactivity Data Special Protection Information (PPE) Special Precautions

Safety Rules – Safety Monitor Brief Must Use Safety Glasses Use of Cutting tools is Dangerous – AT ALL TIMES – knives only out when cutting Must Use Cutting Mats All Areas will remain clean and organized Plane Captains will insure All Areas will be cleaned and all items put back in proper locations 10 minutes prior to class ending Class safety monitor will insure areas are clean and safe at all times

SAFETY FIRST. SAFETY ALWAYS.